This book is an incredible collection of works by an impressive list of scholars. Rosario's editing is flawless, and Margaret Gibson's piece on the historical construction of the lesbian clitoris was particularly insightful, well-researched, and eloquent.

Does your mind and the world beat you up? Mr. Howard in "plain English" answers those questions that you have been asking. This book is no "quick fix", but it is a wonderful start. Any Vernon Howard book can be a life changing experience. This book will be the best investment you ever make.

There are some really great poems in this little book. Watkins was a contemporary and friend of Dylan Thomas, who often overshadowed his friend Watkins. But people who love poetry often agree that Watkins could sometimes be more profound than his more famous friend. Some of the poems here are very moving, and show why Watkins will be read for at least as long as Dylan Thomas.

Solid translations and, like all the volumes in Princeton's 12-volume Goethe series, the book is attractive with great typography. Much easier on the eyes than the Penguin editions.

This volume is a very accessible way to read Goethe for the first time, as well as revealing a new layer of depth for those who are more familiar with his essays and scientific studies.

Sex-Related Homicide and Death Investigation is a must read for every profiler, homicide and sex crimes detective, social worker, prosecutor, researcher, and student of sexual homicide. With both formal education and a wealth of experience, Vernon Geberth delivers an easy to read, straight-forward look into the minds of sexual killers. The book delves not only into the psyche of these offenders but also addresses how to catch them. Horrific case after horrific case is presented to demonstrate how these killers gain access to their victims, why they do it, and how police can successfully investigate. In addition, Geberth addresses the wider problem of how a lack of personal responsbility in this society permits the type of narcissistic and psychopathic behavior displayed by sexual murderers. Everyone serious about examining sex-related homicides should read and re-read this excellent book.

While great tomes have been printed about Shakespeare and his plays, this book offers the reader an insightful discussion of the plays AS WORKS OF ART. The plays are not studied as a part of the life of Wm. Shakespeare, but as individual and complete works of human creativity. Each chapter can be read as an individual essay before seeing, or reading, a play.

As a student of Dr. Loggins, I can testify that the text reflects his articulate, yet gentel, style. I have learned more form Dr. Loggins than any other teacher I have known.

A must read for all fans of Shakespeare's plays.

READ THIS BOOK!!!...Please.

This is the biography of a rags to riches story. No not monetarily, but rich in experiences and wisdom. In the unique position of having fluency in French (Vernon's Dad was an insurance man in France for an English company), Walters was called upon to be the interpreter of many of the giant figures of the mid-twentieth century during the watershed confrontation...World War II. Truman, Eisenhower, De Gaulle are but a few of the people who knew him on a first name basis.

Not being the decision maker himself, he bore witness to the decisions and personalities, making his perscective all the more unique. This is, in fact, the perspective the average citizen, like us, might have if ever in such a situation.

I had not believed that one man could make a difference in the evolving of events, but after this read, I am sure that one person can. His being by the side of great men allowed him to see what the measure of greatness is. This he confides to us in a well paced, action oriented narrative. I, too, am taken with his humbleness and believe in God. I'm unsure that this generation of leaders has such humility, which is why this read renders some melancholy. Will our leaders measure up to our forebears?

To anyone under 40, if you think the most important things that ever happened happened in your lifetime, read this.

To anyone over 40, you will recognize all the characters: Truman, the Kennedys, Nixon, Kissinger, Ford, Truman...the list goes on and on.

The most profound notion I took away from this read is the idea that the fullness and richness of one's life should not be measured by money. These day, it all too often is. There is no substitute for the wisdom that experience gives you. Vernon Walters never made a higher salary that that of a General. That earns a fair salary, but not putting him in the wealthy or even upper middle class. But he lived as rich and fulfilling a life as any man.

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Vernon Howard's books could be called "self-help" or they could be classified under "spirituality". He was a masterful writer who was able to re-express timeless spiritual truths (as derived from the great religions and enlightenment traditions) in crystal clear language suitable for modern-day Westerners. In fact, he has done this better than any other writer of our time (that I am aware of). If you're searching for something better from life and are genuinely willing to change your thinking, Howard's books are a gold mine. Another thing that should be pointed out is that, although Howard uses the word "esoterics" a lot, there is nothing new-agey or occultist about his works at all. They are a breath of fresh air amid all that obscure metaphysical gobbledygook.

The present book was compiled by Howard's students after his death. It's mostly transcripts of lectures he gave. This book is quite different from the rest of Howard's works (at least, the ones I have read). Whereas most of them cover more or less the same general material, this book clearly centers around one specific theme, namely: the problem of evil. What Howard has to say about the problem of evil is absolutely fascinating -- in fact I found it riveting. Why do people behave the way they do? Why are they not as good as they pretend to be? What can we do to protect ourselves from evil? What must we do to be free of it in ourselves? There is no suger-coating whatsoever in any of Howard's work and certainly not here. Reading this book really does help explain human society. And it will rid you of the thought that you must change the world. You can't change the world. Change yourself.

Nonetheless, I wouldn't recommend that you begin with this book, because it doesn't give you the big picture of Howard's thought. I wonder why they gave it such a generic title. If you want to get started with Vernon Howard, I suggest you try "Pathways to Perfect Living" or "The Power of Your Supermind". (By the way, don't be put off by the somewhat sensational titles of these books. They are highly sophisticated.)

Vernon R. Alden, a multifacited person and scholar, left an enduduring legacy at Ohio University. As president he aspired to build a university of national prominence, and he pursued those aspirations with a passion. He helped to forge the institution that many of us know today - a beautiful cosmopolitan campus born out of his international influence, his sense of style, and his ability to get things done. You will enjoy reading Vern Alden's thoughts and recollections. Prepare to do so with a smile, appreciating his enormous accomplishment and penatrating personality.

This book is essential to anyone seeking to follow Christ's call to be like "little children." Vernon Johnson, a convert from the Anglican church, magnificently distills Therese's sublime insights without distorting her.

One cannot read this book without coming away with a greater understanding of what being a child of God means. Yet, this is not a book about the intellect but rather a book about the heart. It will certainly inspire every reader to want to love God like Therese did.